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Guide to activity statements

 
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Completing, lodging and paying

Completing your activity statement - at a glance

What the activity statement looks like, and some basic pointers for completing it.

Due dates for lodgment and payment

The due date for lodging and paying is pre-printed at the top right-hand corner of your activity statement.

How to lodge your activity statement

You can lodge electronically, by mail or in person, but you need to do it on time to avoid interest and penalties. Even if you have no amounts to report for the period, or are having difficulty paying, it's still important to make sure we receive your activity statement by the due date.

How to pay

You can pay electronically, by mail or in person, but you need to do it on time to avoid interest and penalties.

What if you can't lodge and pay on time?

If you can't lodge or pay by the due date, contact us as soon as possible. Usually, arrangements can be made to pay your tax debt over an extended period.

Expecting a refund?

If you're due a refund, this is usually paid into your nominated bank account.

Record keeping

Keep a copy of your activity statement and the records you used to prepare it for five years after they are prepared, obtained or the transactions completed, whichever is the later.

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For more information, refer to FAQs: Lodgment and payment of activity statements.

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Last Modified: Wednesday, 7 September 2011

 
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